Browne Jacobson LLP’s employment team has a particular focus on the education and healthcare sectors, advising on Employment Tribunal proceedings, TUPE matters and employment documents. The team works closely with the firm's Manchester employment team and its in-house HR consultants to advise clients in the higher education sector and NHS trusts. Emma Capper heads the team alongside Bettina Rigg, who provides assistance to clients in the education sector to advise on school disputes. Rachel Billen is a key member of the team, notably advising on complex Employment Tribunal proceedings.
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  • High-quality advice from members of the team who go out of their way to understand our people and their needs.
  • Colleagues are efficient and work at a pace to support immediate needs.
  • Support, guidance, and advice are bespoke and of the highest quality. Colleagues are approachable and actively gain a quick understanding of cases.
  • Bettina Rigg - a hugely trusted partner for all HE-related matters. Alex Berkshire - a personable and clear approach to complex issues.
  • The team is able to explain and support complex issues in a simple and pragmatic way, with cost-effective solutions.

Key clients

  • Athena Learning Partnership
  • Coastal Learning Partnership
  • Cornerstone Academy Trust
  • Cornwall Education Learning Trust
  • Diocese of Salisbury Multi Academy Trust
  • Initio Learning Trust
  • Lighthouse Schools Partnership
  • Pickwick Academy Trust
  • The Roseland Multi Academy Trust

Lawyers

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

Emma Capper; Bettina Rigg

Other key lawyers

Rachel Billen